Title:  Sales Commercial Planning Trainee

We are JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we are present in 130 countries. We have spent years innovating, creating new and better products for the consumers to choose from. This is our business. But not only. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they are free to be themselves, and they are given the opportunity to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen.

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 80% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, ten years running. 

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. 

Learn more: jti.com

Please apply up until 15th May

SALES COMMERCIAL PLANNING TRAINEE (BRIGHT UP TRAINEESHIP)

JOB TITLE: SALES COMMERCIAL PLANNING TRAINEE (M/F/D)

LOCATION: AMSTELVEEN, NETHERLANDS

CONTRACT TYPE: 18TH MONTH CONTRACT, FULL TIME

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL: GRADUATES

Jumpstart Your Career with Our Thrilling 18-Month FMCG Traineeship!

Are you ready to dive into one of today's most dynamic industries? Our 18-month Traineeship offers you the perfect launchpad into the fast-paced world of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), packed with responsibilities, challenges, and endless growth opportunities.

The graduate will rotate every 6 months across three sub-functions: Sales Planning, Trade Marketing, and Merchandising, gaining hands-on experience while supporting key projects and initiatives. This initiative aligns with our long-term strategic objectives and aims to build a future talent pipeline while addressing immediate team needs.

Your Adventure Begins Here:

Trade Marketing

Work in close collaboration on an operational level with the total M&S community and other supporting functions to ensure alignment on the planning and execution of the assigned programs and activities. Support micromarketing approaches, area targeting, and set up initiatives to support the sales force. Manage trade communications, including agency briefs, trade shows, random acts of kindness, and portal content. Successfully implement trade marketing initiatives and receive positive feedback from the sales force.

Merchandising

Effectively manage merchandising support activities and demonstrate adaptability to market growth trends. Conduct market reviews and support the rollout of new merchandising concepts in response to the growing number of stores. Support POS merchandise programs, including day-to-day supplier coordination, project planning, back office support, and optimal execution in close cooperation with Marketing & Sales.

Sales Planning

Support Sales and Brand programs, ensuring effective execution and capacity planning, while maintaining accurate dashboards and product masterfiles. Support territory coverage strategies while maintaining accurate data and effective execution plans.

This traineeship is not just a job; it's a journey designed to equip you with unparalleled skills and experiences in the FMCG sector. From day one, you will be entrusted with real responsibilities, face thrilling challenges, and have numerous opportunities to grow and excel.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education: HBO, WO, or bachelor’s degree

• Self-starter mindset: Demonstrate initiative and independence in managing tasks

• Innovative thinking: Approach challenges with creativity and propose new solutions

• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals

• Communication: The ability to convey or share ideas and feelings effectively

• Curiosity and Collaboration: Eager to learn about sales activities and enjoy collaborating with various disciplines

• Language Skills: Fluent in English; Dutch is preferred

• Experience: No experience is required, though up to 2 years of experience is a plus

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

At JTI we believe in the importance of a good work-life balance while we offer lots of opportunities for development and career progression – across functions and internationally. Maybe that’s one of the reasons why our employees stay on average an impressive nine years with us and we have been certified as a Top Employer for over thirteen years now. Want to know more about how our employees rate us? Please visit https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/JTI-Japan-Tobacco-International-Reviews-E6359.htm Next to our rewarding compensation package of 2450,0 euros net monthly, we offer a range of other perks and benefits:

• Team Atmosphere: Join an awesome team
• Skill Development: Amazing training courses
• Commuting Allowance: Support for your daily commute
• Annual Vacation: Enjoy a generous number of vacation days each year
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a balanced work environment with 50/50 hybrid working
• Tech Essentials: Business laptop and iPhone provided
• Growth Opportunities: Thrive in a workplace where you can grow and learn
• 25 days off per year, plus 9 ADV days (based on full time contract)

Sounds interesting?

We’d love to hear from you! To make it easier for you to apply, there is no need to upload a cover letter. Only your CV is enough because we would like to get to know you in person.

WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS – RECRUITMENT PROCESS

We will review all applications and make sure that every candidate receives a reply within 2 weeks after the application deadline. ABOUT JTI JTI – Japan Tobacco International – is a leading international tobacco company with headquarters in Geneva. As part of the JT-Group, JTI sells its brands in more than 120 countries with around 48,000 employees in over 70 countries worldwide. JTI is committed to building a more sustainable future. If we are to achieve our targets, sustainability must be part of the mindset of all our employees and be part of our day-to-day decisions. Find out more at www.jti.com, https://www.jti.com/europe/netherlands

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

JTI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We celebrate the differences that make us unique and strongly believe in a world where you have the freedom to express yourself. Where you can be proud and confident no matter who you are. A world in which we are all equal! That’s why all applicants will receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, maternity, or pregnancy. Want to know more about Diversity and Inclusion at JTI? Please visit https://www.jti.com/about-us/our-business/freedom-be-yourself Is this not your next career step, but do you know someone who is a perfect fit? Please let us know! JTI considers it important that this job vacancy is shared as much as possible. JTI, therefore, invites everyone to share this vacancy with people who might be interested and/or suitable for it. If this results in JTI hiring a suitable candidate, you can, under certain conditions, receive a referral bonus of 500 Euros, to be paid out in the form of vouchers. Want to know more about this bonus? Please contact Sotirios Panagiotoulas- at sotirios.panagiotoulas@jti.com and ask for the conditions. This policy does not apply to recruitment agencies or recruitment consultants.